This video was produced in the Summer of 2021 for the Kalona Chamber of Commerce by Storyline Multimedia. In this video, we hear from Dan Nisly about the history of Kalona, the unique tie-in with the Amish community, and what makes Kalona a fun place to visit. For more information on the chamber, please visit https://www.kalonachamber.com/


CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction and Amish Background
01:06 - The Amish Settlement in Iowa
01:38 - The History of the Rail Line and Coal Mine
02:20 - The Railroad Bypasses Richmond
02:46 - Importance of the Railroad and Work Ethic in Kalona
03:25 - Exploring Amish Stores and Local Attractions
03:52 - Antique Shopping and the Love for Collecting
04:20 - The Kalona Experience